Aims to help you get the most from studying and shows how to use your time and achieve success as a student. This book demonstrates how to develop and build on existing strengths and experiences to get the most out of various courses. It helps you to get the most from reading and lectures; access libraries; and more.

Whether you are a first time student or returning to study, it can seem very daunting. This book can help you get the most from studying and shows how to make good use of your time and achieve success as a student. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated throughout. It demonstrates how to develop and build on existing strengths and experiences to get the most out of any course. Using a down-to-earth and user-friendly approach, it concentrates on what you need to know. It can help you to: get the most from reading and lectures; access libraries; use the Internet and databases; develop IT skills; learn through reflection; develop a portfolio; prepare assignments; and, get the most from placements.

Foreword. Preface. Acknowledgements. How to use this book Section 1. Developing your study skills Preparing for your course. Learning skills and learning styles. Using the library. Using information technology. Getting the most from reading and lectures. Group work and presentations. Examinations and revision. Section 2.
Developing your writing skills Information seeking for assignments. Writing skills and developing an argument. Presentation of written material .
Section 3.
Learning from practice. Reflective skills. Developing a portfolio. Advanced writing skills and AEL. Getting the most from practice learning